I have no personal experience with Madiba. I just have my memories. Every memory I can think of of my childhood has Mandela or the first free and fair democratic elections in them. Whenever I hear this great man's voice I get goosebumps and a tear in my eye. I love this man although I have never met him, because he alone saved a nation torn by hate. He made us great and his legacy will endure forever. Happy birthday Tata Madiba! (I know I am a day late in congratulating you, but I did remember yesterday.) May the rest of your time here on earth be filled with happiness and love and all the blessings imaginable. You deserve all the good things in the world. We love you tata!!